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Wedding Rentals

Discover the enchanting allure of the Iowa Arboretum & Gardens, a captivating haven for your dream wedding. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of our natural oasis, boasting a plethora of picturesque spots to create lasting memories. Take your pick from our extraordinary selection of venues, including the magnificent Beckwith Grand Pavilion, the charming Jones Memorial Gazebo, and the serene Waterside Garden. With a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor reception areas, we offer the perfect setting to ensure your special day is truly unforgettable!

What’s Included?

 

Ceremony 

  • Set up/take down of up to 250 White Chairs (outside only)
  • Microphone & speaker upon request
  • Indoor Space reserved for inclement weather
  • Private wedding rooms for the wedding party to get ready
  • Transportation to the wedding site for the wedding party 

Reception 

  • Use of beautiful indoor or outdoor reception spaces
  • Tables & chairs (for indoor use only)
  • Use of the catering kitchen
  • Microphone & speaker upon request

Treehouse Micro-Wedding

  • 50 guests or less – Standing Room only (minimal chair use)
  • Includes one hour of photos in Treehouse Village and along Woodland Trails
  • Cermony only option – unless reception space is available (additional fees apply for adding a reception)

2025 Wedding Prices

In Season (April 1st – October 31st)

Wedding & Reception (April 1st – October 31st) / $2,750

Ceremony / $1,100

Reception /$1,650

Treehouse Micro-Wedding (50 guests or less) / $1,000

Off Season (November – April 1st)

Off-Season Wedding & Reception  / $1,300

2026 Wedding Prices

In Season (April 1st – October 31st)

Wedding & Reception  / $3,000

Ceremony  / $1,200

Reception /$1,800

Treehouse Micro-Wedding (50 guests or less) / $1,000

Off-Season (November – April 1st)

Off-SeasonWedding & Reception  / $1,500

Off-Season Cermony Only / $1,200

Off-Season Reception Only / $1,800

All Season Extras

Dance Floor / $250

Rehearsal Dinner / $100 

Cleaning / Damage Deposit (Applied to all Receptions) / $500 

ALL PAYMENTS FOR WEDDINGS ARE FINAL!

A Note on Dogs 

Dogs on a leash are welcomed in our outdoor spaces, as per our regular policy. Please clean up after your pet! Indoors, leashed dogs are only allowed in the Visitor Center lobby.

Certified service dogs are the only animals allowed to be present for events/rentals inside the Visitor Center reception hall. Service dogs are trained and certified to assist people with disabilities, as per ADA guidelines. Emotional support/other animals do not qualify to be inside the Visitor Center reception hall. 

Grounds 

Guests attending rental functions, including weddings, will have access to the main (west) campus grounds during the duration of the function with no fee. Guests wishing to access Treehouse Village and woodland trails located on the east campus must do so during our regular open business hours by paying the admission fee.

“The Arboretum was the PERFECT wedding venue for us. We had both our ceremony and reception here with around 150 people. We wanted something outdoors and peaceful and that’s exactly what we got.  The Arboretum’s partnership with Christiani’s Catering was another bonus as it made our catering absolutely seamless. We got so many compliments on the venue and our pictures are just stunning! If you’re looking for an outdoor location, we highly recommend the Iowa Arboretum!”

Note from a Bride